What I Think
I fit a stereotype of a middle child. I am very much a quiet, peacekeeping, introvert. I never thought I'd say these words, but nonetheless it's true. I tend to pacify conflict, listen more than speak, and enjoy the simple pleasures of reading a comic book on a Sunday afternoon.
Even though this is true of me, I do have a voice. It may be the quietest but it still exist. I believe it will become louder as I grow to trust myself, but that will take time.
Today in church (Real Life Church in Wading River, check it out) the pastor wanted to discuss just being a Christian in the current world. I found it to be something that I've myself pondered over. All in all, it was very interesting to see that not only as Christians should we be asking questions, but as human beings.
Lately, I'm tired...
You see, lately I've had a lot of thoughts on life, and the current direction it is going. Social media is literally the worst (or the Britta of the world), yet I still use it because it helps us feel close when we are far. To be honest, I'm really tired of all the political banter. I'm tired of hearing about Donald Trump and how he's a horrible human being. I'm tired of seeing Christians being called out for being hypocritical.
I'm tired of feeling like my opinions don't matter because some of them aren't popular. I'm tired of Christians, conservatives, liberals, and hippies (hehe) being so self-righteous. I'm just kind of tired feeling like I'm less then another person. I'm tired of being a white, Christian, male because it makes people only see me as being privileged. I'm tired of emulating mere men or women in politics to be our savior.
I'm tired of not being more sympathetic to the needs of the world. I'm tired of not being their for my brothers and sisters in need. I'm tired of complaining about how I could be doing things in order to make the world better. I'm tired of watching people argue. I'm tired of watching peace being disrupted by disagreements. I'm tired of watching our world become divided.
Nothing Left To Lose...
Let's be honest, I'm just tired. I know in some way after writing this, someone will disagree with me. I know I'm making myself a target. It's fine. I understand.
Maybe it's the middle child in me, but I believe the only way we will grow, is if we just listen and not argue. We need to unite in peace. The only way we can grow is being peaceful and loving.
We need to allow ourselves to talk about the issues and understand everyone's point of view. You don't have to agree with someone. Yet we can't discredit someone because they share a different idea or point of view. We must seek to understand. I also feel it's a good idea to talk in person or at least in a secure way.
I know, I know, we live in a society where people will always be pissed off, or looking to piss off someone because of some issue. I realize nothing will be perfect. But can't we strive to be better? Can't we just agree to be people who seek to reconcile and live among others who don't agree. I am a Christian and I don't agree with everything in Christianity (I agree with all critical things of the faith, just to clarify). Yet, I can still love my brothers and sisters in spite of it.
I get it America, Trump can be dumb, but he's our President. If anything, let's fight policies in a peaceful way. Let's allow ourselves to do what we can and leave the rest up to God or whatever someone else believes. I myself would like to make sure refugees have a place in America. Yet, I also see a need to be tighter on our immigration policies. I can understand both sides of the issue, but I don't have to agree with both.
I guess what I want to see is a people come together in peace. To allow ourselves not to get so uptight about things that probably won't happen (aka a wall). We need to remember, that in the end, justice will prevail. I believe in a God who will bring about peace to the world. I believe that one day, we will see this peace.
Even if you don't believe in God. Believe in the fact that change will happen. Justice will be served. Let's just love our brothers and stop trying to win arguments. Let's discuss and try to understand one another. Most of all, let's be loving and kind.
So bring it on everybody, beat up on the introvert... I'm going to be trying to improve on myself while watching Ron Swanson talk about government.
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